Multipurpose drinkware holder

ABSTRACT

The present invention relates to a beverage container holding device for holding various types of beverage containers. The holding device can be used for both hot and cold beverages and can be in the shape of a chalice. More specifically, the holding device includes a bowl portion for receiving and accommodating a beverage container, and a stem extending from the bottom end of the bowl portion to a weighted base. The weighted base includes a non-slip bottom surface, and is used for placing the device on a horizontal surface such as a bar table. The device can be in the form of a single unit structure or can have modular components. The bowl portion includes an inner non-slip and insulating material to maintain temperatures of drinks and to secure placement of the container therein.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S.Provisional Application No. 63/131,558, which was filed on Dec. 29, 2020and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to the field of beverage holderassemblies. More specifically, the present invention relates to animproved beverage container holding device for holding a beveragecontainer. The holding device is preferably in the form of a chalice,and prevents stains on a surface caused due to beverage containers. Theholding device includes a non-slip weighted base to prevent slipping ofthe holding device. A bowl portion of the device receives andaccommodates a beverage container, wherein the beverage container can berepeatedly lifted and placed into the holding device while the holdingdevice remains static on the table. A stem connects the bowl portion andthe base and can be used for holding the device. Accordingly, thepresent disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it isto be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equallyapplicable to other like applications, devices and methods ofmanufacture.

BACKGROUND

By way of background, cans and bottles are commonly used as containersfor keeping and serving cold beverages such as beer. Hot beverages suchas coffee or tea, especially those served by take-out shops, are oftenserved in laminated paperboard cups. Individuals generally place theircans, bottles, cups and other beverage holding containers on a surfacesuch as a table while consuming the drinks therein. Lightly coloredmarks and stains, typically in the shape of rings, are caused by thebottoms of both cold and hot beverage containers while they rest on asurface. The ring stains are due to the process of condensation on theexterior surface of the container. These marks are aestheticallyunappealing and require repeated cleaning. The condensed water can alsopush into the wood's finish which can cause the otherwise clear layer toturn white or a milky gray. The resultant damaged wood finish will thenneed repair.

Sometimes, the drink is accidentally spilled or the bottom surface ofthe container can leak. This causes stains on the table and the beverageis also wasted. Sometimes, the bottom surface of the containers are notplanar, which can lead to the drink or beverage being spilled. Coastersare available in prior art, but they do not securely hold the beveragecontainer, nor do they prohibit the beverage container from beingknocked over.

Also, cold drinks can get to ambient temperature quickly. Similarly, hotdrinks can quickly become chilled. Individuals desire a holder that canmaintain the temperature of the beverage container for some time,thereby enabling the consumer to drink the beverage at optimumtemperature.

Therefore, there exists a long felt need in the art for an improveddrinkware holder that securely holds a drinkware or beverage container.There is also a long felt need in the art for an improved beveragecontainer holder that can be used with standard bottles, cans,tumblers/cups and glasses of various sizes. Additionally, there is along felt need in the art for an improved beverage container holder thatis versatile and easy to use. Moreover, there is a long felt need in theart for an improved drinkware holder that can retain and can be usedwith both hot and cold beverages. Further, there is a long felt need inthe art for a drinkware holder that prevents any stains on the table andprevents the table's surface from being damaged. Furthermore, there is along felt need in the art for an improved beverage container holder thatoffers a way to support a beverage container while the container sitshigher than other containers of similar size. Finally, there is a longfelt need in the art for an improved drinkware holder that preventsstains on a table and prohibits spilling of the beverage while securelyholding the beverage container.

The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodimentthereof, comprises a chalice-shaped drinkware holder. The chalice-shapeddrinkware holder is configured to securely hold various types ofbeverage bottles, cans, and mugs while preventing staining of tables dueto the bottles, cans and mugs being separated or elevated from the tablesurface. The holder can secure both cold and hot beverage containers.The holder features a chalice shape and includes a bowl portionincluding a continuous opening for receiving a bottle, can, or mug; astem extending from the bottom surface of the bowl portion to a base;and the base includes a non-slip bottom surface and can be used forplacing the holder on a horizontal surface. The bowl portion includes aninner concave-shaped surface that includes a non-slip texture forpreventing slipping of the bottle, can or mug when the same is placed inthe bowl portion, wherein the inner concave-shaped surface circumscribesa bottom portion of the accommodated bottle, can or mug.

In this manner, the drinkware holder of the present inventionaccomplishes all of the forgoing objectives and provides users with adevice that can support their cans, mugs and bottled beverages. Theholder device eliminates stains on the horizontal surface upon which theholder is placed, and also securely holds the beverage container. Thedevice is non-slip and helps to maintain the temperature of the beverageplaced therein. Further, the holder device offers a way to support abeverage can or mug in an elevated orientation.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basicunderstanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summaryis not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identifykey/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its solepurpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as aprelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodimentthereof, comprises a chalice-shaped beverage container holder. Thechalice-shaped beverage container holder is configured to securely holdvarious types of bottles, cans and mugs while preventing staining oftables due to bottles, cans and mugs resting directly thereon. Theholder further comprising a bowl portion including a continuous openingfor receiving a bottle, can or mug, a stem extending from the bottomsurface of the bowl portion to a base, and the base including a non-slipbottom surface which can be used for placing the holder on a horizontalsurface. The bowl portion includes an inner concave-shaped surface thatincludes a non-slip texture for preventing slipping of the bottle, canor mug when placed in the bowl portion, wherein the inner concave shapedsurface circumscribes a lower portion of the accommodated bottle, can ormug.

In yet another embodiment, a multipurpose drinkware holder device isdisclosed. The drinkware holder is comprised of a chalice including abowl portion, a stem and a base. The chalice can be constructed ofthermally-insulated material. The bowl portion is configured to receiveand accommodate a beverage can, or lower portion thereof, or any othertype of drink container thereby preventing the can or container fromdirectly touching a table, and thus preventing any stains thereon.

In yet another embodiment of the present invention, a chalice-shapeddrinkware holder is disclosed. The holder includes a bowl portion forholding a beverage container wherein the bowl portion includesthermally-insulated material positioned on at least the exteriorsurface. A base is used for placing the holder on a horizontal surfacesuch as a table, and the chalice prevents the table from staining andfrom becoming wet.

In yet another embodiment, the chalice retains the coolness or heat(i.e. temperature) of the beverage contained in the container.

To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certainillustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein inconnection with the following description and the annexed drawings.These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various waysin which the principles disclosed herein can be employed, and areintended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Otheradvantages and novel features will become apparent from the followingdetailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The description refers to provided drawings in which similar referencecharacters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and inwhich:

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of one potential embodiment of amultipurpose drinkware holder of the present invention in accordancewith the disclosed architecture;

FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view of a beverage bottle placed in themultipurpose drinkware holder of FIG. 1 in accordance with the disclosedarchitecture;

FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of one potential embodiment of themultipurpose drinkware holder of the present invention accommodating abeverage can in accordance with the disclosed architecture; and

FIG. 4 illustrates another exemplary embodiment of the chalice-shapedbeverage holder of the present invention in accordance with thedisclosed architecture.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PRESENT INVENTION

The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, whereinlike reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout.In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerousspecific details are set forth in order to provide a thoroughunderstanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovationcan be practiced without these specific details. In other instances,well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form inorder to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments arediscussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are describedonly to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are notintended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limitthe scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment neednot have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in otherembodiments, any of the features described herein from differentembodiments may be combined.

As noted above, there exists a long felt need in the art for an improveddrinkware holder that securely holds a drinkware or beverage container.There is also a long felt need in the art for an improved beveragecontainer holder that can be used with standard bottles, cans,tumblers/cups, and glasses of various sizes. Additionally, there is along felt need in the art for an improved beverage container holder thatis versatile and easy to use. Moreover, there is a long felt need in theart for an improved drinkware holder that can retain, and can be usedwith, both hot and cold beverages. Further, there is a long felt need inthe art for a drinkware holder that prevents any stains on the table andprevents the table's surface from being damaged. Furthermore, there is along felt need in the art for an improved beverage container holder thatoffers a way to support a beverage container while the container sitshigher than other containers of similar size. Finally, there is a longfelt need in the art for an improved drinkware holder that preventsstains on a table and prohibits spilling of the beverage while securelyholding the beverage container.

The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is a novelchalice-shaped beverage container holder that is configured to securelyhold various types of bottles, cans and mugs while preventing stainingof tables due to the bottles, cans, and mugs being separated from directcontact with the table. The holder comprises: a bowl portion including acontinuous opening for receiving a bottle, can or mug; a stem extendingfrom the bottom surface of the bowl portion to a base; and, the baseincluding a non-slip bottom surface for placing the holder directly upona horizontal surface. The bowl portion includes an inner concave-shapedsurface that includes a non-slip texture for preventing slipping of thebottle, can, or mug when placed in the bowl portion wherein the innerconcave-shaped surface circumscribes the accommodated bottle, can ormug. In one potential embodiment, the chalice-shaped beverage containerholder features insulated material on the bottom surface of the bowlportion to ensure the drink is maintained at the desired temperature.

Referring initially to the drawings, FIG. 1 illustrates a perspectiveview of one potential embodiment of a multipurpose drinkware holder 100of the present invention in accordance with the disclosed architecture.The drinkware holder 100 of the present invention is designed in theform of a chalice, and can be used for accommodating/holding variousbottles, cans, glasses and tumbler/cups, and enables users to maintaintheir beverages at a desired drinking temperature. More specifically,the drinkware holder 100 includes a bowl portion 102, a stem 104, and afoot or base 106. The bowl portion 102 and the stem 104 can beintegrally-molded as one unit in the present embodiment. The foot orbase 106 can be either integrated or removably-attached to the stem 104.The foot 106 is a weighted base that provides support to the holder 100even when a heavy beverage container is placed in the holder 100 as bestshown in FIGS. 2 and 3.

The bowl portion 102 includes a circular top rim 108 and an innerconcave or cylindrical surface 110. The inner concave or cylindricalsurface 110 forms a continuous opening 112 for receiving andaccommodating a drinkware or beverage container. The inner surface 110includes a non-slip texture that prevents slipping of the drinkware orcontainer when placed in the opening 112. The holder 100 can be madefrom a thermal insulating material and can include anaesthetically-desirable appearance such as simulated crystals. The bowlportion 102 maintains the temperature of the beverage in the beveragecontainer, thereby enabling a consumer to consume the beverage at anoptimum temperature. The base 106 can also be made from wood, metal, orany other durable and sturdy material. The bottom surface 1060 of thebase 106 can include non-slip properties and can stabilize the holder100 even on a horizontal wet surface.

In the present embodiment, the bowl portion 102 can include a bowl depthin the range of from about 2 inches to about 4 inches, and the stem 104can include a stem length in the range of from about 2 inches to about 6inches. The diameter of the circular rim 108 can be in the range of fromabout 2 inches to about 4 inches for accommodating various types ofdrinkware and beverage containers.

The drinkware holder 100 finds useful application at both home andcommercial places such as a bar, where cold or hot beverages can causestains on tables or other surfaces forcing repeated cleaning. Thedrinkware holder 100 is reusable and the bowl portion 102 can be kept ina refrigerator/freezer or can be heated in a microwave for reuse.Further, the drinkware holder 100 is comfortable to use, durable,unbreakable, environmentally-friendly and requires easy maintenance.

FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view showing a beverage bottle 200placed in the drinkware holder 100 of FIG. 1 in accordance with thedisclosed architecture. As shown, a conventional beverage bottle 200 issecurely placed in the bowl portion 102 such that the bottom surface 202of the bottle 200 abuts the inner concave surface 110 of the bowlportion 102. The bottle 200 is placed in the continuous opening 112 ofthe holder 100. Further, the concave surface 110 also circumscribes andsupports the bottle 200 and supports the bottled beverage. As a resultof securely placing the bottle 200 in the holder 100, the bottle 200 isnot placed directly on a table or bar surface, and thus staining of thesurface is prevented. The insulation properties of the holder 100maintain the temperature of the beverage stored in the bottle 200. Theinterior surface 110 of the bowl portion 102 is in surface-to-surfacecontact with a portion of the beverage container 200 which stabilizesthe bottle 200. When the bottle 200 is lifted from the chalice 100, thechalice 100 remains stable and upright. The bowl portion 102 alsocollects any moisture or water created due to condensation of the coldbeverage. The holder 100 is placed on a horizontal surface on the base106 and can be held or moved by a user using the stem 104.

FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view showing the drinkware holder 100of the present invention accommodating a beverage can 300 in accordancewith the disclosed architecture. As stated supra, the chalice-shapeddrinkware holder 100 can be used for accommodating various types ofbeverage containers. In the present embodiment, a beverage can 300, suchas a beer can, is accommodated in the bowl portion 102 of the holder100. The bottom surface 302 of the can 300 sits on the interior surfaceof the bowl portion 102. The can 300 can be easily lifted off the bowlportion 102 and replaced without destabilizing the holder 100.

FIG. 4 illustrates another exemplary embodiment of the chalice-shapedbeverage holder of the present invention in accordance with thedisclosed architecture. In the present embodiment, the chalice-shapedholder 400 can be made from metal. The bowl portion 402 is configured tohold a beverage container. Proximal to a bottom end 4020 of the bowlportion 402, a pair of insulating handles 410 a,410 b can be integratedfor easy handling of the holder 400 having a stored beverage containertherein. The upper stem portion 404 extends from the bottom end 4020 ofthe bowl portion 402 to a lower stem portion 406. Proximal to the lowerstem portion 406, a non-slip base 408 is integrally-molded orremovably-attached for placing the holder 400 on a surface.

The beverage container holder 100, 400 is available in a variety ofsizes and colors to enable users to use for a variety of beveragecontainers. Accordingly, the holder 100,400 offers a fun and colorfulway to protect tables from stains and condensation, and enables users tosecurely place their beverages therein. The beverage container holder100, 400 is versatile, easy to use and can be produced in various colors(red, blue, yellow, tan, green, pink, etc.) to appeal to all consumers.

Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claimsto refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the artwill appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature orcomponent by different names. This document does not intend todistinguish between components or features that differ in name but notstructure or function. As used herein “beverage container holder”,“chalice shaped beverage holder”, “holder”, “drinkware holder”, and“multipurpose drinkware holder” are interchangeable and refer to thechalice shaped beverage holder 100,400 of the present invention.

Notwithstanding the forgoing, the chalice shaped beverage holder 100,400of the present invention can be of any suitable size and configurationas is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of theinvention, provided that it accomplishes the above-stated objectives.One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size,configuration and material of the chalice shaped beverage holder 100,400as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that manyother sizes and shapes of the chalice-shaped beverage holder 100,400 arewell within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensionsof the chalice-shaped beverage holder 100,400 are important designparameters for user convenience, the chalice-shaped beverage holder100,400 may be of any size that ensures optimal performance during useand/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.

Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplaryembodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the presentinvention. While the embodiments described above refer to particularfeatures, the scope of this invention also includes embodimentsincluding different combinations of features and embodiments that do notinclude all of the described features. Accordingly, the scope of thepresent invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives,modifications and variations as fall within the scope of the claims,together with all equivalents thereof.

What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subjectmatter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivablecombination of components or methodologies for the purposes ofdescribing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in theart may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of theclaimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subjectmatter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications andvariations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in eitherthe detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to beinclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising”is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.

What is claimed is:
 1. A beverage container holder comprising: a bowlportion; a stem, wherein said bowl portion and said stem are integrallymolded as a single unit; and a base, wherein said base is removablyattached to said stem, and further wherein said base is weighted.
 2. Thebeverage container holder of claim 1, wherein said bowl portioncomprises a diameter from about 2 inches to about 4 inches.
 3. Thebeverage container holder of claim 2, wherein said stem comprises alength from about 2 inches to about 6 inches.
 4. The beverage containerholder of claim 3, wherein said bowl portion comprises a depth fromabout 2 inches to about 4 inches.
 5. The beverage container holder ofclaim 4, wherein said bowl portion comprises a circular top rim and aninner concave surface.
 6. The beverage container holder of claim 5,wherein said inner concave surface is in contact with a lower portion ofa beverage container placed therein.
 7. The beverage container holder ofclaim 6, wherein said inner concave surface comprises a non-slip texturesurface.
 8. The beverage container holder of claim 6, wherein said bowlportion comprises a thermal insulating material.
 9. The beveragecontainer holder of claim 6, wherein said bowl portion, said stem andsaid base comprise a material selected from a group consisting of a woodand a metal.
 10. The beverage container holder of claim 6, wherein saidbase comprises a non-slip bottom surface.
 11. The beverage containerholder of claim 6, wherein said beverage container holder ismicrowavable.
 12. The beverage container holder of claim 11, whereinsaid beverage container holder is freezable.
 13. A beverage containerholder comprising: a bowl portion having a diameter from about 2 inchesto about 4 inches and a depth from about 2 inches to about 4 inches; astem having a length from about 2 inches to about 6 inches; and a base,wherein said base is weighted.
 14. The beverage container holder ofclaim 13, wherein said bowl portion and said stem are integrally moldedas a single unit.
 15. The beverage container holder of claim 14, whereinsaid base is removably attached to said stem.
 16. The beverage containerholder of claim 15, wherein said bowl portion comprises a thermalinsulating material.
 17. A beverage container holder comprising: a bowlportion; a stem, wherein said bowl portion and said stem are integrallymolded as a single unit; and a base that is weighted and is removablyattached to said stem, wherein said beverage container holder is bothmicrowavable and freezable.
 18. The beverage container holder of claim17, wherein said bowl portion comprises a diameter from about 2 inchesto about 4 inches.
 19. The beverage container holder of claim 18,wherein said bowl portion comprises a depth from about 2 inches to about4 inches.
 20. The beverage container holder of claim 19, wherein saidbowl portion comprises a thermal insulating material.